Buyer Rochester - Hybrid £30,000 - £40,000 + additional benefits incl. 25 days holiday, share options, pension Brief Buyer needed for a leading engineering firm based in the Rochester. What the role of the Buyer entails: Some of the main duties of the Buyer will include: Receiving requisitions and demands, negotiate with suppliers and process Purchase Orders, Purchase Order Amendments and/or Purchase Agreements Negotiating Terms and Conditions, Price Agreements and other contractual documents with suppliers Maintaining strong, effective relationships with suppliers and be able to resolve relationship and performance issue Understanding the budget requirements for the Purchase Orders, identify opportunities for cost reduction/avoidance through effective negotiation Understanding and communicating key performance indicators for suppliers and be able to engage with and address issues at a senior level within the supplier organisation Maintain Supplier open order books and ensure that correct and current data is maintained in the Oracle ERP system Understand and support the implementation of corporate Procurement processes (Strategic Supplier Management, Sub-Contract Management, and Commodity Management) Train/coach junior members of staff on Procurement processes and procedures and support audits of these, including supporting the implementation of improvement plans Act as an independent interface between suppliers and the project teams, demonstrating effective relationship management skills What experience you need to be the successful Buyer: Essential: Proven experience in buying/procurement/purchasing Prior experience in leading negotiations and Supplier Relationship Management Manufacturing background would be preferableDesirable: HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent experience MCIPS Qualified or Equivalent experience Experience using ERP systems such as OracleIn order to be eligible for this role you will need to undergo Security Clearance Background Checks that require you to be a UK resident and UK passport holder. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website